Senior Software Engineer at Microsoft

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Mar, 26

Salary

234700.0

Posted On

20 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Backend Systems, Server Security, Software Development Lifecycle Management, Performance Optimization, Security Solutions, Collaboration, Design Documentation, Distributed Systems, Cloud Infrastructure, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, Python, Azure

Industry

Software Development

Description

Overview Are you excited about building high-impact features for Microsoft Azure Compute cloud? We’re looking for engineers with experience in backend systems and server security who are eager to grow their skills in core compute and security technologies. If you're self-driven, passionate about software development lifecycle management, and committed to quality and technical fundamentals, the Azure Compute Node Services group could be a great fit. In this role, you’ll join a collaborative and inclusive team focused on developing advanced security solutions for Microsoft Azure. We value curiosity, teamwork, and a strong sense of ownership. You’ll have the opportunity to work on meaningful challenges that directly impact the reliability and safety of cloud infrastructure. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and strive to create an environment where everyone feels supported and empowered. Our team culture encourages open communication, continuous learning, and mutual respect. Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond. Responsibilities Develop, optimize, and maintain code to enhance performance, security, and quality. Partner with stakeholders (e.g., project managers) to drive project plans, release plans, and work items, leveraging your expertise in product features. Collaborate with stakeholders to conceptualize high-level design for scenarios or features. Lead in identifying dependencies and crafting design documents for Azure Core Compute features. Acts as a Designated Responsible Individual (DRI) and guides other engineers by developing and following the playbook, working on call to monitor service for degradation, downtime, or interruptions, alerting stakeholders about status and initiating actions to restore service. Continuously acquire new knowledge, adapting to technical trends and patterns to improve product availability, reliability, and performance. Take on the role of Architect, driving the development of azure compute node services features with a security-first approach. Qualifications Required Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 4+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, OR Java, JavaScript, Rust or Python OR equivalent experience. 1+ year(s) experience in large-scale distributed systems analysis and troubleshooting. Other Requirements: Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science OR related technical field AND 8+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, OR Python OR Master's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 6+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python OR equivalent experience 1+ year(s) experience in high-stakes production online service environments. 1+ year(s) experience in azure compute core and security domains. #azurecorejobs Software Engineering IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $119,800 - $234,700 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $158,400 - $258,000 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.

Responsibilities

Develop, optimize, and maintain code to enhance performance, security, and quality. Lead in identifying dependencies and crafting design documents for Azure Core Compute features.